New Mexico lieutenant governor Democratic nominee Maggie Toulouse Oliver has suspended her campaign, citing health concerns. Toulouse Oliver, who secured the Democratic nomination in the June primary with 80% of the vote, announced her decision on social media, stating that she needs to focus on her family and health.
Background
Toulouse Oliver was set to face Republican nominee David Gallegos in the November election. New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed support for Toulouse Oliver’s decision, praising her service as Secretary of State and wishing her well.
According to state law, another primary election cannot be held, and the New Mexico Democratic Party will choose a new nominee. Toulouse Oliver’s decision to suspend her campaign was described as an ‘incredibly difficult decision, but a necessary one,’ and she will continue to fulfill her duties as Secretary of State.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
